the elements

HOT YOGA

Yoga students will discover a yoga practice that leads to extraordinary results. At The Elements Hot Yoga, our carefully trained teachers help guide you to health and wellness of mind, body and spirit. During our hot yoga classes, every muscle, organ, gland, joint and body system is addressed, and the mind stays focused and strong.

we are earth and water

"Yoga does not remove us from the reality and responsibilities of everyday life. Instead, it places our feet (maybe hands :) firmly and resolutely on the practical ground of experience."

-Donna Farhi

The Elements Hot Yoga in Charlottesville is founded on the teachings of Yax Yoga Concepts. Our hot yoga classes are designed to suit every age, body and motivation level. Yoga students will discover a yoga practice that leads to extraordinary results. At The Elements Hot Yoga, our carefully trained teachers help guide you to health and wellness of mind, body and spirit. During our hot yoga classes, every muscle, organ, gland, joint and body system is addressed, and the mind stays focused and strong. Sign up to take a hot yoga class today and challenge yourself while finding stillness. See you soon!

OUR HEAT

Our State-of-the-art heating system is unique in Charlottesville! It offers odor and pathogen control through UV lights.

Advanced air purification

Precise Oxygen, Heat & Humidity control

Air Management System designed to sustain airflow and fresh air during practice (no more headaches after practice from reduced oxygen levels in the room)

ZEBRAtm floor with closed cell technology - no sweat absorption

WHY HoT

The heat helps relax your muscles! It's a tool meant to aid you ease into movement, not bear hug you.

Relaxes the sleeve of the body

Speeds up body detoxification

Improves cardiovascular health and enhances blood delivery to the muscles

— classes —

EARTH

Heated Practice - Our traditional Hot Yoga, SET SEQUENCE class with more alignment, hip opening, upper body and core poses. This motivating class develops alignment while building strength, stamina and flexibility. A great full body workout suitable for all ages and levels from beginner to experienced. Rooted in the alignment of Mountain Pose, it's designed to strengthen and lengthen the lines of the body with a Therapeutic Vision and taught from simple to complex, Our 45 & 60 min classes are beginner friendly!

WATER

Heated Practice - All Levels - Our user-friendly but challenging general level, FLOW class. Hip openers, twists, upper body strengtheners, bum and ab toners, this fully rounded practice works 100% of the body with a Therapeutic Vision and taught from simple to complex. Practiced with music, it's designed to develop a sense of enjoyment and freedom and to allow one's breath and energy to fuel the practice. It's a combination of Vinyasa, Interval and Core Training and offers peak fitness, strength, flexibility and relaxation.

WATER LEVEL II

Heated Practice - Our Intermediate/Advanced class, geared to learn the developments of the postures and TRANSITIONS you have learned in the WATER class. We will encourage you and help you learn the steps to master advanced transitions and guide you to lift off in flight. Taught from simple to complex with a Therapeutic Vision. Take your concentration and precision skills to the next level! 90 & 75 minutes

EARTH LEVEL II

Heated Practice - Our Advanced Beginner/Intermediate class, geared to learn the developments of the postures you have learned in the EARTH class. We will encourage you, and help you learn the steps to master some of the most glamorous poses in yoga and guide you to new heights. Taught from simple to complex with a Therapeutic Vision. Experiment and grow stronger! 90 & 75 minutes